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Historic Deal Aims to Restore Salmon Runs in Pacific Northwest
Good News for Columbia River Basin
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The Biden administration and key stakeholders reached a major agreement to revitalize salmon populations in the Columbia River Basin.
The $1 billion plan focuses on boosting clean energy production and supporting tribal communities, but avoids the contentious issue of dam removal.
Key Points
The Columbia Basin was once a salmon powerhouse, but human development has led to decline.
Dams are a major factor in the salmon's struggle, but breaching them isn't part of this plan.
The agreement prioritizes clean energy development alongside salmon restoration.
Tribal leaders see the deal as a positive step towards a healthy salmon population.
Opponents, including some lawmakers, criticize the lack of dam removal and potential economic impacts.
Read more here.